info@svzperformance.com (954) 475-7771 1093 Shotgun Rd Sunrise, Fl 33326
INTERNAL PERFORMANCE CENTER®
SVZ Internal Performance Center® is more than just another personal training team that over-promises "results" and under-delivers. We believe the use of trendy haphazard methods simply designed to fatigue clients is by definition malpractice. Exercises designed with everyone in mind in reality helps no one. We pride ourselves on having the most attentive, educated, and skilled staff to handle the simplest to most complex biomechanical issues related to muscle function. Each session is 100% TAILORED for YOU!
Whether you're seeking assistance for movement limitations, joint or muscle pain, orthopedic issues, post rehab, old injuries, or simply looking to improve your general fitness we can help to ensure you're doing so in a sustainable manner. Remember if your methods are not sustainable your results won't be either! So don't wait and contact us today!
Interested in joining our team?
Email steve@svzperformance.com with your resume and statement of interest.
* All applicants are required to attend or have previously attended the Resistance Training Specialist® Foundations course upon employment. For more information please checkout https://www.RTSfoundations.com
Steve Van Zandt
MS, RTSm, MATcs, CSCS
Owner/Exercise & Rehab Specialist
Steve is the company owner and founder of SVZ Internal Performance Center®. Steve believes in a customized approach to exercise that must be perfectly tailored around an individual’s goals, lifestyle, tolerance levels, and structural limitations. Steve’s knowledge in biomechanics and force principles has allowed him to establish a diverse client base ranging from complex orthopedically challenged individuals to elite level professional athletes.
Prior to his career as an exercise specialist, Steve led soldiers as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army, and is a combat veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Steve has since obtained numerous certifications and degrees including being the USA's only Mastery Level Resistance Training Specialist (RTSm) course instructor. Steve has taught advanced exercise mechanics and muscle anatomy courses to fitness professionals from across the globe including personal trainers, strength coaches, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and group class instructors.
Steve maintains a high thirst for knowledge as he continues to tirelessly dedicate himself to daily study and research.
Kathy Fortnash
CPT
Personal Trainer
Kathy is certified through the American Council of Exercise. She has worked in an Orthopedics office for many years as a Medical Assistant and Physical Therapy Technician.
She specializes in injury rehabilitation and strengthening particularly within the senior population. Her aim is to restore the function needed to tolerate the tasks of daily living so that her clients can lead a fully active lifestyle without restriction.
Dr. Nicolas Acosta
DPT
Inspired by fitness and sports, Dr. Nicholas Acosta received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine in Miami, FL.
Dr. Acosta has over 10 years of experience in fitness, health, and rehabilitation. His clinical experiences include orthopedic, post-surgical, neurological, and vestibular rehabilitation and has worked with patients of all ages and abilities, from NFL athletes to geriatric rehabilitation.
With a focus on movement and manual therapy, Dr. Acosta uses the most up-to-date research-based treatment approaches during your sessions. Dr. Acosta strives to help you reach your goals so that you can return to your activities as quickly and successfully as possible.
